Job Description

Administrative Faculty Contract. Non Tenure Track, Benefits Eligible - This position is grant funded through 6/30/2027. Employment is contingent upon continued funding. The position is being filled through an emergency appointment. Appointment to the role on a permanent basis is contingent upon meeting additional recruitment requirements. This role is based on the Carson City campus with occasional travel to the Fallon campus.

Under the direction and supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator, the Nursing Pathways Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating, and continuously improving operational systems, processes, and activities that support Allied Health programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing.

This position serves as a centralized coordination point for such programs and is responsible for facilitating communication, timelines, documentation, operational alignment, compliance processes, and program implementation activities among faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, and college departments.

The Nursing Pathways Program Coordinator manages complex operational and program development processes related to clinical education, curriculum implementation, workforce alignment, student progression, and regulatory compliance. The role exercises independent judgment in coordinating program operations, implementing systems and workflows, resolving operational issues, and supporting continuous improvement activities in alignment with division priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Operations & Systems Coordination

For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing, under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator –

• Coordinate implementation of operational systems, workflows, processes and timelines supporting programs across all campuses

• Serve as primary program coordinator for assigned programs, facilitating communication, timelines, documentation, workflow tracking, and operational implementation among stakeholders

• Coordinate day-to-day operational activities including scheduling, logistics, communication, resource coordination, and program implementation

• Coordinate operational processes related to courses, labs, simulations, equipment, instructional resources, and program activities

• Develop and maintain organized operational records, tracking systems, reports, and documentation supporting compliance, audits, program operations, and accreditation activities

• Coordinate onboarding and operational support processes for adjunct faculty, instructional staff, preceptors, and program partners

• Coordinate implementation and continuous improvement of established program processes, workflows, operational practices, and communication systems

• Facilitate meetings, maintain timelines, track progress, document outcomes, and coordinate completion of operational and program development activities

• Support data tracking, operational reporting, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities related to assigned program

• Coordinate communication and operational alignment among faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, employers and administrative departments

Clinical & Compliance Process Coordination
For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing, under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator –
• Plan, coordinate, and maintain clinical and work-based learning experience for Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing to include -
• Execute operational processes associated with clinical and work-based learning placements
• Manage compliance processes for program entry and participation
• Manage onboarding and support activities for students, clinical instructors, preceptors, and site contacts
• Maintain all related paperwork using an organized system aligned with regulatory requirements
• Communicate with and track progress of all participants related to processes and scheduling
• Problem-solve issues as they arise
• Support accreditation preparation, regulatory reporting, audits, and compliance review activities
• Maintain working knowledge of accreditation standards, state regulations, and program requirements applicable to assigned programs

Program Development, Workforce Alignment & Evaluation
For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing, under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator –
• Coordinate operational activities associated with program development, revision, and implementation, including documentation, meeting coordination, timeline management, stakeholder communication, and workflow tracking
• Develop and maintain timelines, tracking systems, and workflow processes associated with program implementation activities
• Coordinate communication and operational collaboration among faculty, the curriculum office, leadership, employers, and community partners
• Support workforce alignment activities by tracking industry trends, employment opportunities, and partnership needs elated to assigned programs
• Coordinate employer communication and program-level workforce engagement activities
• Support student transition to employment by coordinating communication and placement support activities with employers and community partners
• Track and evaluate operational, compliance, and student outcome data related to assigned programs
• Support program evaluation and continuous improvement activities through data collection, reporting, and operational analysis

Professional Responsibilities & Student Support
For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing, under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator –
• Serve as a point of contact for students regarding program processes, scheduling, requirements, and operational support
• Coordinate referrals and communication with advising, student services, faculty, and leadership as appropriate
• Support outreach, recruitment, and informational activities related to assigned programs
• Develop positive collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Promote a collegial, student-centered, and service-oriented work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:
• Allied health and nursing program requirements (college/state) and regulatory processes
• Operational systems coordination and workflow management
• Accreditation standards
• Student support systems and program implementation practices
• Workforce trends and healthcare industry eneds
• NSHE/WNC policies and procedures

Skills in:
• Program coordination and operational systems management
• Communication and stakeholder collaboration
• Organizational leadership and workflow coordination
• Problem-solving and operational implementation; attention to detail
• Data tracking, reporting, and documentation
• Process development and continuous improvement

Ability to:
• Coordinate complex operational systems and activities
• Manage multiple priorities and timelines simultaneously
• Facilitate collaboration among diverse stakeholders
• Implement and improve operational processes and workflows
• Exercise sound judgement and independent decision-making
• Support students, faculty, and partners effectively

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of related professional experience in any combination of the following: healthcare education, workforce development, program coordination, operational coordination or related field; AND experience coordinating complex schedules, workflows, or multi-stakeholder processes
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree (i.e., AA+4 years of related professional experience). A minimum of an associates degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in a health-related field or related area preferred
• Experience in higher education or healthcare pathway programs
• Experience with compliance processes, accreditation activities, or clinical coordination
• Experience working in rural or community-based settings
• Experience coordin